How to apply
Written request Contact: Erna Badic, 320 S Canal St Fl 12, Chicago, Il, 3124615154 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Qualified charitable organizations which are organized and operated exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, library or educational purposes.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
5 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan ChicagoChicago, IL | Program support | $205K |
| Michael Reese Health Trust C/O Mueller & Co LlpElgin, IL | Program support | $205K |
| Metropolitan Family ServicesChicago, IL | Program support | $102K |
| United Way of Metropolitan Chicago CouncilChicago, IL | Program support | $102K |
| Jewish United Fund Israel Emergency FundChicago, IL | Program support | $68K |
About this foundation
Nathan & Emily Blum Foundation Harris Trust & Savings Bank Ttee is a private grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois, administered in care of Harris Na. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Nathan & Emily Blum Foundation Harris Trust & Savings Bank Ttee accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Written request Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Nathan & Emily Blum Foundation Harris Trust & Savings Bank Ttee give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $683K across 5 grants, a median of $102K.
Where does Nathan & Emily Blum Foundation Harris Trust & Savings Bank Ttee give?
Illinois (5 grants), per its latest filing.
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